Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Photo Credit: NYSA Digital Collections
Welcome
Documentary Heritage and Preservation Services for New York (DHPSNY) is a program of the New York State Archives and New York State Library to provide service and support for the state’s archival and library research collections. DHPSNY provides free planning and education services to collecting institutions across New York State — including archives, libraries, historical societies, museums, and other organizations — that safeguard and ensure access to historical records and library research materials.
OVERVIEW of DHPSNY
What we do:
- Planning & Assessment Services
- Educational programs
- Communications and outreach
Our goals:
- Improved adherence to standards and best practices for preservation and accessibility
- Improved documentation of under-represented populations and topics
- Increased public awareness of the value of New York’s historical records and library research materials and increased use of these resources
Recent News Items
DHPS Tips: Recognizing the Ten Agents During a Collections Walkthrough
The Ten Agents of Deterioration are one of the most widely used frameworks in preservation. Most people working with collections have…
We're Hiring: DHPSNY Preservation Specialist Position
The Conservation Center for Art & Historic Artifacts (CCAHA) in Philadelphia is seeking a Preservation Specialist for the…
Preservation Week 2026: Is This Thing On?
Preservation Week is an annual initiative led by the American Library Association that highlights the importance of preserving personal…
DHPS Tips: Exhibiting Archival Materials Safely
Exhibits are one of the most effective ways cultural heritage organizations connect with their communities. They bring collections out…
Upcoming Programs
Jun
4
Thu
Understanding Risk to Protect Collections - Schenectady
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Jul
8
Wed
Policies, Procedures & Collection Management Planning
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Oct
22
Thu
The Art of the Ask: Tips for Crafting Compelling Grant Narratives
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
